Mushrooms are having a moment right now, and reishi is considered the highest quality. Reishi, also known as the "mushroom of immortality," is a rare fungus that has been used for over 2000 years to support health and well-being. Once very expensive, reishi is now becoming more widely available.
This healing mushroom contains plenty of polysaccharides, peptides, and triterpenoids, as well as dietary fibers, minerals, vitamins, and amino acids. It offers various powerful health benefits, such as boosting the immune system, reducing stress, and promoting better sleep. Here are seven of our favorite reasons to consume reishi.
Reishi Supports the Immune System
We are constantly exposed to pollutants and toxins that our immune system has to fight off. Having an additional layer of protection for the body's defense system is always beneficial. Studies have shown that reishi can have a positive impact on white blood cells, which play a crucial role in immunity. By increasing the number of these cells, our body gains more strength to successfully fend off and combat infections.
Reishi Reduces Stress
Reishi is an adaptogen, which means it helps the body and mind combat stress. In other words, it helps you relax. Some studies suggest that it can help lower blood pressure and may even ease symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Reishi Reduces Inflammation
Since reishi mushrooms contain plenty of antioxidants with immune-boosting properties, they can also be used to reduce inflammation. This includes addressing skin flare-ups, allergies, asthma, arthritis, sore muscles, and pain.
Reishi Acts as a Natural Sleep-aid
It is logical that having lower blood pressure and less stress would likely result in better sleep. While these factors certainly play a role, the reishi mushroom itself supports the body's natural sleep cycles. Incorporate it into your bedtime routine and you'll go from restless to well-rested in no time.
Reishi Boosts Gut Health
Reishi can significantly improve gut health, which is where most chronic diseases begin. This is because the beta-glucans in the mushroom promote the growth of probiotic bacteria, the beneficial type of bacteria (yes, they're real). A robust, diverse microbiome equals a healthier you.
Reishi Promotes Brain Health
Studies have found that reishi mushrooms may have positive effects on brain health, such as supporting the production of nerve growth, due to its wide range of bioactive compounds.
Reishi Promotes Liver Health
Reishi's adaptogenic qualities also help to promote liver function. We already know that this organ has some super important daily responsibilities, including the circulation of healthy blood and nutrients and detoxifying the body, so let's take care of it!
The hype? It's real. More and more studies are emerging, praising the unique properties that the reishi mushroom possesses. And you know Blume had to get a piece of it!
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